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Legacy Health

Patient Safety Program Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$49.89 - $74.34/hr

With your expert knowledge of patient safety and risk management, and ability to communicate effectively, you will help us to create the safest and most welcoming environment for those we treat.

OU Health

Patient Safety Risk Manager

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Patient Safety Risk Manager Department: Patient Safety & Regulatory Accreditation General Description: Under general direction, the Patient Safety Risk Manager supports systemwide patient safety and ...

Pennsylvania Medicine

Safety Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

The Safety Manager is responsible for compliance and enforcement of regulatory and accreditation ... Acts as liaison for the inspection of patient areas by the PA DOH Division of Life Safety & Codes.

OU Health

Patient Safety Risk Manager

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Patient Safety Risk Manager Department: Patient Safety & Regulatory Accreditation General Description: Under general direction, the Patient Safety Risk Manager supports systemwide patient safety and ...

Elevance Health

Patient Safety Program Manager

Mason, OH · On-site

$81K - $154K/yr

Patient Safety Program Manager Location: Indianapolis IN, Denver CO, Woodland Hills CA, Mason OH, Grand Prairie TX, Tampa FL, Atlanta GA, Norfolk VA, New York NY, St. Louis MO, Louisville KY, Chicago ...

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How much do patient safety manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient safety manager in the United States is $39.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $51.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Patient Safety Manager job?

A Patient Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and procedures to ensure patient safety in healthcare settings. They analyze data, investigate incidents, and collaborate with medical staff to minimize risks and improve healthcare outcomes. Their duties often include staff training, compliance monitoring, and fostering a culture of safety. By identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures, they help reduce medical errors and enhance patient care quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Patient Safety Manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Safety Manager, you need expertise in healthcare quality improvement, risk management, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree and applicable certifications such as CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality). Familiarity with incident reporting systems, root cause analysis tools, and healthcare accreditation standards like The Joint Commission is typically required. Outstanding communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you effectively guide teams through safety initiatives and foster a culture of safety. These competencies are vital to proactively identify risks, implement solutions, and ensure high standards of patient care and safety across healthcare organizations.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Patient Safety Manager on a day-to-day basis?

Patient Safety Managers are responsible for monitoring and analyzing safety data, leading investigations into adverse events, and facilitating root cause analyses to prevent future occurrences. They collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams to develop and implement safety protocols, provide education on best practices, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role often involves reviewing incident reports, presenting findings to leadership, and recommending process improvements. These activities help create a culture of continuous quality improvement, ensuring safer outcomes for patients and a supportive environment for staff.

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Infographic showing various Patient Safety Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,967 per year, or $39.9 per hour.
Regulatory and Patient Safety Manager (Full-Time)

Regulatory and Patient Safety Manager (Full-Time)

St. Joseph's Health

Paterson, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

St. Joseph's Health (New Jersey) rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

227th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Leads and directs clinical and administrative quality management activities for the organization, including accreditation and regulatory compliance, patient safety, and performance improvement. The scope of responsibility encompasses all settings of the organization. Oversees the coordination and evaluation of a comprehensive patient safety improvement program in conjunction with the Director of Quality/Performance Improvement, Patient Safety Officer, and leadership. Has oversight of conformance to regulatory requirements and coordinated accreditation and regulatory surveys. Conducts rounds to ensure ongoing survey readiness. Is a resource to departments with regulatory compliance to include state/CMS. Has a detailed understanding and can skillfully use the techniques of system design, re-engineering, project management, quality improvement, patient safety, outcomes measurement, and analysis.

St. Joseph's Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization's outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation's "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care".

Benefits Eligibility: (Full-time and Part-time Employees-over 20 hours a week)

  • Competitive salary*
  • Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
  • 403b retirement plan options with company match**
  • Health & Wellness*
  • Non-Profit Health System - eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
  • PTO, and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • LTD : Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance Options
  • Onsite Day care Program

*Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

**403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

Pay transparency:  St. Joseph's Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law.  The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc." The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation.


St. Joseph's University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus, regularly accepts referrals of difficult or unusual cases from other hospitals and physicians and performs both complex and routine procedures. 

The Medical Center offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialty, women's health, imaging and pediatrics. 

The nursing team at St. Joseph's University Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, the profession's highest honor, since 1999. They are also recipients of the prestigious 2010 Magnet Prize - one of only 8 Magnet-designated hospitals to ever receive The Magnet Prize, and the only one worldwide to receive the 2010 award.


Work requires the knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts normally acquired through completion of a Master's degree in Nursing or closely related field, and three to five years of previous work related experience. Licensure required as a Registered Nurse by the State of New Jersey. Certification in Healthcare Accreditation and Patient Safety preferred. Work requires the knowledge of federal and state regulations, standards, and practices for an acute care hospital. Work requires the analytic ability necessary to resolve problem requiring a professional level of knowledge in specific discipline/field and to design complex educational, clinical, data processing systems and programs. Work requires analytical ability to collect information from diverse sources and apply professional principles in performing various analyses, and summarize the information and data in order to solve problems.

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